Holiday Gift Guide: Recycled & Repurposed Gifts

Perfect for a night out with the girls or a day at the mall, this fun magazine clutch is hand woven from recycled magazines. $35 at Uncommongoods.com.

Perfect for a night out with the girls or a day at the mall, this fun magazine clutch is hand woven from recycled magazines. $35 at Uncommongoods.com. (photo courtesy Uncommon Goods)

L'Oreal Thompson

Thinking green all year long? Whether it's bling for a holiday party or a bone for the family pooch, it's easy choosing great green gifts this season.

1. Perfect for a night out with the girls or a day at the mall, a fun magazine clutch is hand woven from recycled magazines. $35 at Uncommongoods.com.

2. Get ready to rock and roll with these record bookends handmade from vintage 45 rpm records. This gift is sure to be a hit with the music lover on your list. $40 at Uncommongoods.com.

3. Who knew bike parts could double as fashion accessories? The folks at Resource Revival did. These eco-friendly bike chain earrings are handmade in Oregon from recycled bike parts. $12 at resourcerevival.com.

4. Have an eco-conscious writer on your list? No problem. The holiday journal from PooPoo Paper is made from naturally dried elephant dung. But no worries, the journal is 100-percent odorless. $30 at Poopoopaper.com.

5. Even Fido can "go green" with eco-friendly West Paw Designs eco-bones made from recycled plastic bottles. Better yet, these plush toys are made in the United States. Available at Clipper's Canine Cafe in Savage Mill or online for $10.45 (7-inch bone) or $14.30 (10-inch bone) at westpawdesign.com.